Mobile Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment agency seeks a Mobile Vehicle Technician in Chelmsford. You will diagnose issues, provide vehicle servicing, and deliver exceptional customer service. The role offers a base salary of £38,625, with the opportunity to increase to £50,000 through bonuses and overtime. A valid UK driving licence and a minimum of 3 years' experience are required.

Benefits

23 days holiday, rising to 25 with service

Pension scheme with matched contributions

24/7 confidential support service

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a vehicle workshop or as a Mobile Vehicle Technician.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 9 points or bans.
• Ability to demonstrate electrical and diagnostic experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose issues during breakdowns and work on vehicles.
• Advising customers on vehicle issues.
• Perform vehicle servicing and maintenance.

Skills

Technical experience

Electrical diagnostics

Customer service

Education

Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician – Location: Chelmsford. Salary: £38,625 basic per annum, OTE £50,000 & overtime 1.5 / A guaranteed overtime option to increase your base salary to £44,385. Hours: 40 hours weekly, Monday to Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm, 1 in 4 Saturdays. Ref -28759

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the breakdown team you will be tasked with attending breakdowns to diagnose issues they have. Working on the vehicles to ideally get them back on the road otherwise making sure the vehicle goes back to the workshop.
• Identifying problems and advising the customer on the vehicle\'s issues.
• Vehicle servicing & general maintenance including electrical & vehicle diagnostics.
• Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician are the face of the business so it\'s important you deliver exceptional customer service.

Requirements

• We ideally want Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair; however we would consider Level 2 Vehicle Maintenance and repair. Open to equivalent qualifications such as City and Guilds vehicle Maintenance, IMI or NVQ. Must be able to show your qualifications.
• Minimum 3 years experience within the vehicle workshop or working as a Mobile Vehicle Technician.
• A full UK driving licence - no more than 9 points or bans on the licence.
• Ability to demonstrate technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.
• Consultant - Liam Bolton - Octane Recruitment

Benefits & Additional Information

• Earnings That Motivate – base salary of £38,625 with opportunity to increase to £50,000 through bonuses and premium-rate overtime. 40-hour week, Monday-Saturday availability (8am-8pm).
• Opt-in Guaranteed Overtime – after the first month, option to work extra rest days at £30 per hour; more days can significantly increase annual earnings.
• Tools to Drive Your Future – free Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one; access to a car salary sacrifice scheme after 12 months.
• Time Off That Matters – 23 days of holiday (rising to 25 with service) plus bank holidays; family leave and flexible schedules available.
• Financial Security & Perks – pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions; life assurance up to 4x salary (10x optional with flex benefits).
• Wellbeing – 24/7 confidential support service for you and household members aged 16+.
• Extras – access to Orange Savings discounts; Colleague Share Scheme after probation.